Dani Olmo arrived this season at Barça with high expectations. His signing was one of the most celebrated by the culé fans. Although he has performed at a very high level, injuries have been his biggest obstacle.
Every time he is on the field, he makes a difference. His vision of the game and ability to break through fit perfectly with Flick's idea. However, he has had to stop several times due to physical problems.
Dani Olmo Has Shone When Healthy
Meanwhile, Raphinha has experienced an unexpected revival. Last year he seemed doomed under Xavi's orders. But with Flick, he has found his best version and is unstoppable.
So far this season, Raphinha has 27 goals and 20 assists in just 44 matches. His influence on the offensive play has been total. He has gone from being an unknown to one of the great stars in the locker room.
Raphinha Has Thrived Under Flick
Both Dani Olmo and Raphinha are on the international soccer radar. Their performance hasn't gone unnoticed abroad. Several big clubs on the continent have already inquired about their current situation.
As it has been learned, among them is one that is very serious. Behind closed doors, Dani Olmo has told Raphinha in the locker room. Both are in the sights of the same interested party.
Manchester City Needs to Make Changes
That interested party in Dani Olmo and Raphinha is Pep Guardiola's Manchester City. The 'citizens' are preparing a double offensive to take both stars. They want to strengthen the attack with talent, imbalance, and goals.
City highly values Dani Olmo's technical and versatile profile. They would be willing to offer a figure close to 60 million euros for him. In Raphinha's case, they could reach up to 80 million.
Both fit into the style that Guardiola seeks for his project. Players who understand possession play, attack spaces, and score goals. City knows that Barça might need to sell to balance the books.
For now, neither Raphinha nor Dani Olmo have replied to this interest. They are focused on the final stretch of the season. But conversations have already begun behind the scenes, and the English pressure is increasing.
Barça wants to retain them, but the final decision will depend on several factors. Especially if City formalizes the offer and the footballers show willingness. The summer promises to be very hectic in the offices of Camp Nou.